The unrestricted free agent brings plenty to the table, but is the aging defender talented enough for Memphis to waste on a roster spot?
In recent years, it would be hard to argue that Tony Allen didn’t earn every penny of his $5 Million a year contract. He has been the backbone of the Memphis’ defense and the heart of the Grizzlies’ franchise, all without having a jumpshot. This is what the decision is going to come down to.
On one side you have, “First Team All-Defense, he can lock down anyone, IT’S TONY ALLEN.” On the other side you have, “His jumpshot and blown layups bring tears to my eyes, and the fact he makes $5M a year hurts my pride.